October 2023 - At the end of September 2023, Finance Minister Vincent Van Peteghem reached an agreement in the Council of Ministers on the mandatory introduction of digital invoicing (e-invoicing) between companies from 1 January 2026. A generous… ➤

October 2023 - Empty shelves lead to increasing delivery times and dissatisfied customers. But excessive stock levels are also bad news for the profitability of your business. How to find the optimal stock level and four other crucial questions around optimal stock management, we answer in this article. ➤

October 2023 - Bogus self-employment is subject to severe penalties. Do you work exclusively for one client? Then you better play it safe. In this article, we point out some red flags. Sham self-employment is prohibited to protect the self-employed person from being abused by a principal and to avoid social... ➤

October 2023 - Since 1 October 2023, the interest rate for late payment interest on public contracts (both works, supplies and services) for the so-called 'oldest' contracts is 6.25%. The default interest rate for younger contracts has also increased. ➤

October 2023 - A new law of 5 June 2023 amends some measures regarding the appointment of employee representatives to works councils and committees for prevention and protection at work. The next social elections will take place from 13 to 26 May 2024. ➤

October 2023 - 1 in 3 Belgian SMEs still sends invoices by post. Remarkable, because from 1 January 2026 electronic invoicing between companies will become mandatory. The figures come from a survey by Horus Software, which asked 452 Belgian SMEs about their invoicing habits. To the question 'I send my invoice via ?… ➤

September 2023 - According to a study by HR services provider SD Worx, the four-day week has been introduced in just six per cent of Flemish SMEs. The federal government's employment deal, which aims to give more people the chance to find a job and boost flexibility, has not been a resounding success. ➤

September 2023 - As an entrepreneur, you like to show off your expertise. LinkedIn is the ideal tool for showcasing your knowledge and attracting attention to you and your company. How exactly does it work? Highlighting your expertise: Your target group needs to know that you're good at what you do, even before you... ➤

September 2023 - Are you a wholesaler or supplier? Then you absolutely must have an online shop. In this article, we'll show you how to create a successful B2B webshop and boost your online sales.

1. List all the information about the products you sell online ➤

September 2023 - Monitoring and keeping track of the figures are essential to ensure the financial health of your business. But which KPIs should you keep in mind? We have identified seven.

1.         Short and long-term cash flow analysis ➤

September 2023 - Stock management is an essential, but often unappreciated, part of business management. But intelligent management of your warehouse can give you a commercial advantage. Storing and managing stock is expensive. In Belgium, the cost of stock for an average SME is… ➤

September 2023 - In our country, all the lights are on to accelerate the electrification of company and organisation car fleets. Through new laws, subsidies and incentives, the various authorities are encouraging entrepreneurs and their employees to switch from fossil fuels to electricity. ➤

September 2023 - Mobility and sustainability are increasingly going hand in hand. On the tax front too, we can see that the two issues are very closely coordinated, not least through the law organising the "fiscal and social… ➤

September 2023 - On 6 April 2023, a new interprofessional agreement (AIP) was concluded within the Group of 10 - the summit of Belgian trade unions and employers'… ➤

September 2023 - Did you pay VAT on business expenses in another EU Member State in 2022, for example for a full tank of petrol or attendance at a trade fair? Under certain conditions, you can claim a refund of this VAT by means other than your... ➤

September 2023 - As a business owner or accountant, your diary fills up quickly with appointments and deadlines. You will no doubt have made a note in your diary of the most important dates in the 2023 tax calendar, so that you are always in good order, particularly when it comes to advance payments and… ➤

August 2023 - Seven out of ten SMEs are against further abolition of the sick note. This is the conclusion of a survey by SD Worx of 481 SME company managers. Staff planning becomes much more complex without the sick note, the criticism goes. Today, employees are allowed to be sick… ➤

August 2023 - As a proactive entrepreneur, you are constantly on the lookout for new business opportunities. However, attracting new customers requires time and a sound strategy. A convincing intake interview is a good start. In this article, we share five tips to make the first formal contact with new... ➤

August 2023 - The social inspectorate, the public prosecutor's office and the relevant services have recently acquired a new weapon in the fight against illegal labour and social fraud. The so-called e-Dossier platform should improve communication between the... ➤

August 2023 - Brussels businesses looking to reduce their energy consumption can still apply for a premium for investments or consultancy via the Brussels Economy and Employment website until 11 September 2023. The deadline thus moves forward by two... ➤